Icedrive vs Dropbox
Last updated October 2026
Looking for a European alternative to Dropbox? Here's how Icedrive compares, on EU hosting, GDPR and what it does.
Our pick for a European buyer: Icedrive. We weight data residency, GDPR and EU jurisdiction above everything else — that is the constraint this directory exists to solve.
What it is
Zero-knowledge cloud storage that mounts like a local drive, hosted in the EU, encrypted with Twofish.
Cloud storage and file synchronization service for teams and individuals.
Headquarters
🇬🇧 GB
🇺🇸 US · 2007
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency available on Enterprise plans or by request.
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
Yes
Certifications
ISO 27001
ISO 27001, ISO 27017, ISO 27018, ISO 27701, ISO 22301
Price from
$99/mo
$9.99/user/mo
Free plan
Yes
Yes
Open Source
No
No
Integrations
Mountain Duck, Rclone, Boomerang for Gmail, GoTo Webinar, MEGA +1
Slack, Zoom, Trello, Asana, Adobe Creative Cloud +6
Where each one wins
Icedrive
Strengths
- +Clean, intuitive interface with minimal learning curve and smooth navigation
- +Fast file uploads, downloads, and responsive apps across desktop, web, and mobile
- +Strong client-side encryption (Twofish zero-knowledge) and secure data backup for privacy-focused users
- +Affordable pricing with lifetime storage options and a generous 10GB free tier
- +Straightforward onboarding with clear instructions and helpful resources
- +Virtual drive feature allows mounting cloud storage as a physical drive on a system
- +File-sharing options include password protection, link expiry, and download limits
Limitations
- −Lacks advanced collaboration tools, real-time document editing, and robust team management features
- −Limited syncing options, no selective folder sync, and no block-level sync
- −Few third-party integrations and no API for extensibility
Dropbox
Strengths
- +Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- +Reliable file synchronization across devices
- +Strong collaboration features with Dropbox Paper
- +Seamless integrations with third-party apps
Limitations
- −Limited free storage (2 GB)
- −Higher-tier plans can be expensive for small teams
- −Occasional sync delays reported by users
- −Advanced features locked behind higher-priced plans
Data residency & compliance
Icedrive
Dropbox
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency available on Enterprise plans or by request.
Transfer mechanism
Not required — data stays in the EU
Standard Contractual Clauses
Certifications
ISO 27001
ISO 27001, ISO 27017, ISO 27018, ISO 27701, ISO 22301
Pricing
Icedrive
- Free Free 10 GB storage · Basic features · No encrypted virtual drive
- Pro $99/month or $59/year per month or per year2 TB storage · Encrypted virtual drive included · 30 days file versioning
- Pro Plus $159/month or $89/year per month or per year4 TB storage · Encrypted virtual drive included · 60 days file versioning
- Pro Max $269/month or $149/year per month or per year6 TB storage · Encrypted virtual drive included · 90 days file versioning
30-day money-back guarantee on paid plans. Lifetime plans available with separate pricing.
Dropbox
- Basic Free per user/month2 GB storage · Limited file sharing · Basic collaboration tools
- Plus $9.99 per user/month2 TB storage · Advanced sharing controls · Priority email support
- Professional $16.58 per user/month3 TB storage · Full-text search · 180-day file recovery
- Standard $15 per user/month (min 3 users)5 TB shared storage · Team management tools · Admin console for user management
- Advanced $25 per user/month (min 3 users)Unlimited storage · Advanced security controls · Audit logs
- Enterprise On request CustomUnlimited storage · Enterprise-grade security · Dedicated support
Pricing varies by region and plan. Enterprise pricing is custom and requires contacting sales.
Features
Icedrive
- Storage & Access
- 10 GB free storage (free plan), Up to 6 TB storage on premium plans, Virtual Drive mounting (Windows native; macOS/Linux via third-party tools), Desktop sync across multiple devices and sync pairs
- Security & Encryption
- Client-side zero-knowledge encryption (Twofish algorithm), Encryption at rest and encrypted transfers (TLS 1.2/1.3), Encrypted virtual drive (Pro plans and above), Two-factor authentication (Google Authenticator/SMS)
- File Management & Collaboration
- File versioning (30, 60, or 90 days depending on plan), Public links and user-to-user sharing with controls (expiry date, download limit, preview-only mode, password protection), Comments and discussions on shared files, Activity stream
- Integration & Advanced Use
- WebDAV and S3 endpoint support (WebDAV discontinued for new users as of April 2026), Compatible with Mountain Duck and Rclone for scripted workflows and NAS integration, Intelligent caching system for performance optimization
Dropbox
- File Management
- Store and sync files across devices, Version history and file recovery, Large file transfers via shared links, Granular access permissions
- Security & Compliance
- Two-factor authentication (2FA), Encryption at rest and in transit, Compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, and others, Audit logs for enterprise plans
- Collaboration
- Real-time co-editing in Dropbox Paper, Commenting and task assignments, Team folders for shared access, Integration with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
- Administration
- User and group management, Device approval and remote wipe, Single sign-on (SSO) support, Custom branding for enterprise
- Integrations
- Slack, Zoom, Trello, Asana